The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) invites models to apply to be a part of this year’s CIAF Fashion Performance Woven. The annual Fashion Performance—now celebrating its 10th anniversary—has become a leading platform celebrating and promoting Indigenous fashion, haute couture and wearable art.
The CIAF Fashion Performance Woven brings together contemporary Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander cultures, fine art and high-end fashion, in presenting visual storytelling through the platform of a catwalk experience. Models are encouraged to apply to participate in showing the designs of designers via the Performances, a professional photoshoot and a pre-show, mentoring experience, working closely with Lynelle Flinders (curator) and Hans Ahwang (choreographer).
Applications are open for Queensland Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander models and emerging models. EOIs close Monday 24 April, close of business.
Sarah Eggmolesse, Amariah Thomas Savage, Milisont Sailor, Gillyba Ambrum, Ann Maree Titasey, and Loretta Messa wear Rosie Ware's Strait on Cloth – Wug collection, first shown CIAF Fashion Performance — Masters of Country (2022). Photograph by The Photo Corner, 2022.